What is the cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Runcorn?

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Runcorn is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sheffield to Runcorn?

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Runcorn is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Suffolk Rd/Turner Str and arriving at Liverpool Milton Rd via Alton Towers. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Runcorn via Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Runcorn?

The distance between Sheffield and Runcorn is 79 miles. The road distance is 62.6 miles.

How do I travel from Sheffield to Runcorn without a car?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £22 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Sheffield to Runcorn?

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Sheffield to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Runcorn bus from?

Sheffield to Runcorn bus services, operated by The Coach Company UK, depart from Sheffield Suffolk Rd/Turner Str station.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Runcorn train from?

Sheffield to Runcorn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Sheffield to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Runcorn is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £22 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h.

Where does the Sheffield to Runcorn bus arrive?

Sheffield to Runcorn bus services, operated by The Coach Company UK, arrive at Alton Towers station.

Where does the Sheffield to Runcorn train arrive?

Sheffield to Runcorn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool South Parkway station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Runcorn is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Sheffield to Runcorn.

How do I get a train ticket from Sheffield to Runcorn?

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

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There are 3 ways to get from Sheffield to Runcorn by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
1h 57m
£23–51
Drive 62.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sheffield to Runcorncar 62.2 mi
1h 27m
£16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Suffolk Rd/Turner Str to Alton Towersbus
2. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Liverpool Milton Rdbus
4h

Sheffield to Runcorn by train

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Distance: 78.3 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Sheffield, England and Runcorn, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Sheffield to Liverpool South Parkway hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 1h 38m. East Midlands Railways also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Suffolk Rd/Turner Str to Liverpool Milton Rd via Alton Towers in around 4h.

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